salary$59,670 a year$29 an hour · median pay in the Tuscaloosa, AL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$38,440per year
Top pay (top 10%)$85,600per year
Jobs in the area710people work this job
Can a police officer afford Tuscaloosa?
OK. Rent of $1,248 a month takes 25.1% of the median police officer salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a police officer make in Tuscaloosa, AL?
The median pay for a police officer in the Tuscaloosa, AL area is $59,670 a year ($29 an hour). Most earn between $38,440 and $85,600.
Can a police officer afford to live in Tuscaloosa?
Typical rent of $1,248 a month takes 25.1% of the median police officer salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Tuscaloosa, AL metro area.